2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 750 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Explorer 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Ford Jeep
Model Explorer Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2009 2002
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4606 cc 3960 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 292 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 8.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1716 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 78 L


 

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